
Applications are invited only for Indian nationals for project position(s) for the ICSSR-sponsored short-term minor research project Date: 24/08/2026
Applications are invited only for Indian nationals for project position(s) as per the details given below for the ICSSR-sponsored short-term minor research project titled “Women- Led Self- Help Groups and Dynamics of Women Empowerment Across Different Geographical Regions of West Bengal” in the Department of Sociology, Faculty of Arts and Social Studies.
No of Vacancies:
FIELD INVESTIGATOR: 3 (for 10 days)
FIELD INVESTIGATOR
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Position |
Qualification |
Emolument |
Duration |
Job Description |
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Field Workers (3) |
Essential: 1) Post graduate in Sociology with minimum 55% marks. 2) Having good reading and writing skills in English. 3)Knowledge of computer applications (for e.g. MS-Word, MS Excel). |
20000-/ for 1 month (Travel grant as per ICSSR rule) |
10 days |
The candidate would be required to collect data through the primary survey in various urban local bodies of West Bengal . Proficiency in English and MS Word, MS Excel |
How to Apply: Applications should contain a detailed CV and soft copy of mark sheet/certificate of Ph.D./M.Phil. /Postgraduate degree in Sociology. Applications should be sent by email at the following email address: sumita.soc@presiuniv.ac.in.
The candidates applying for the post of Field Investigator are requested to keep “Application for FI” as subject in mail. The advertisement will be published on the University Website only.
Last date of online application is 2nd. September 2026, 3.00pm.
Note:
1) Incomplete applications in any respect will not be entertained by the University.
2) Candidates are notrequired to send hard copies of the documents to the university.
3) The University will send communication through email only to the short-listed candidates by 2nd. September 2026 after 5:00 pm
4) The shortlisted candidates have to appear for the interview (online/offline) before the final selection. The date of interview will be notified in the university website.
5) If it is found that the documents submitted by the candidate are not genuine or that the candidate has clandestine antecedents and he/she has suppressed the said information, the candidature/appointment at the University shall be cancelled/terminated at any point of time.
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